Daily Archives: October 16, 2017

Wednesday, October 25, 11:00 am – The Breakers Cultural Landscape Report

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John Grove, Landscape Architect, and Leslie Carter, Landscape Architect, Reed Hilderbrand, will speak on Wednesday, October 25 at 11 am at Rosecliff, 548 Bellevue Avenue in Newport.

The Preservation Society of Newport County commissioned Reed Hilderbrand Landscape Architects of Cambridge, MA in collaboration with Robinson & Associates Landscape Historians of Washington, DC to prepare a Cultural Landscape Report (CLR) for The Breakers. A CLR documents a site’s history and existing conditions, provides an analysis of the landscape’s integrity and significance, and outlines treatment recommendations for the preservation, interpretation and stewardship of the property. Join us to learn about the fascinating history of The Breakers grounds and the guidelines established in preparation for its upcoming landscape rehabilitation. Image from www.change.org.

Admission is free, but advance registration is required. Register online at http://www.newportmansions.org/events/events-calendar/lecture-the-breakers-cultural-landscape-report

Monday, October 23, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm – Betulaceae Family

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Several interesting woody trees and shrub species form the Betulaceae family, which includes birches and their relatives, alders, hazelnuts, and hornbeams. Their wind-pollinated flowers, although inconspicuous, are very interesting, as is their method of seed dispersal. This New England Wild Flower Society course with Carol Govan provides an overview of what to look for when studying plant families. We will examine similarities and differences among genera and individual species, then head outdoors to explore members of this family in the Garden. The class will be held on Monday, October 23 from 10 – 2 at Garden in the Woods in Framingham. $53 for NEWFS members, $64 for nonmembers. Register at http://www.newfs.org/learn/our-programs/betulaceae-family